# Astrill VPN Client

> Productivity

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id572953702](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id572953702)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id572953702`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Veloxee Corp.
- **Category:** Productivity
- **Rating:** 3.70 / 5 (640 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.3.8
- **Last updated:** 2025-09-09
- **First published:** 2012-12-08
- **Size:** 17 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-06
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/astrill-vpn-client/id572953702)
- **Website:** [https://www.astrill.com/](https://www.astrill.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.astrill.com/privacy-policy](https://www.astrill.com/privacy-policy)

## Description

Astrill VPN Client provides one-click secure VPN connectivity for mobile devices, with access to 110+ servers across 60+ countries. It offers Always On VPN to stay connected and Smart Mode to exclude local sites for faster browsing.

The service supports multiple platforms and a wide range of VPN protocols, backed by 24/7 support. Note: Accounts from the App Store work only on iPhone/iPad; full web accounts are available for desktop and other devices.

## Rankings

- #72,243 — Overall

## Review summary

Astrill is valued for its China reliability and desktop experience, plus a feature-rich Mac version and a long track record. However, multiple reviews cite inconsistent performance and slow speeds in China, a high price with strict/refund-limiting terms, problematic mobile app stability, China-specific usability issues, and mixed customer support experiences. Overall, it’s strong on desktop/China-by-design but has notable reliability, cost, and mobile drawbacks.

### Pros

- Very dependable in China; many users say it works where other VPNs fail.
- Robust desktop app that is simple to use and reliable.
- Mac version offers advanced features (stealth, OpenWeb) and flexible TCP/UDP options.
- Longstanding track record with years of usage by proponents.
- Simple, straightforward desktop UI despite an older look.

### Cons

- Unreliable connectivity and slow speeds, especially behind the Chinese firewall, with frequent disconnects.
- Very expensive with a no-refund policy and no practical free trial; refunds are criticized.
- Mobile app reliability is poor, with outdated updates and frequent errors on iOS/Android.
- China-specific use can be inconsistent, with issues like difficulty signing in or accessing services (e.g., streaming)
- Customer support perceived as unhelpful or inflexible by some users.

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